In this sequel to Year of the Dog, Pacy has another big year in store for her. The Year of the Dog was a very lucky year: she met her best friend Melody and discovered her true talents. However, the Year of the Rat brings big changes: Pacy must deal with Melody moving to California, find the courage to forge on with her dream of becoming a writer and illustrator, and learn to face some of her own flaws. Pacy encounters prejudice, struggles with acceptance, and must find the beauty in change. Based on the author's childhood adventures, Year of the Rat, features the whimsical black and white illustrations and the hilarious and touching anecdotes that helped Year of the Dog earn rave reviews and satisfied readers.
However, the Year of the Rat brings big changes: Pacy must deal with Melody moving to California, find the courage to forge on with her dream of becoming a writer and illustrator, and learn to face some of her own flaws.
Third in the annual series, "Tales from the Chinese Zodiac," "The Year of the Rat" features all the charismatic creatures of the Chinese lunar calendar and proves how anyone can make a big difference.
A special edition of a modern classic by the Newbery-Award winning and bestselling author of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon When Pacy's mom tells her that this is a good year for friends, family, and "finding herself," Pacy begins ...
' Bliss 'The Year of the Rat is already a strong contender for best YA debut of 2014… I never wanted it to end.' Wondrous Reads 'This novel will stay with me for a very long time. A must-read.' The Mile Long Bookshelf 'An assured debut.
Will the next 12 months be lucky for you?
Explains why Rat comes first in the Chinese calendar cycle of twelve years.
Draws on the archetypes of the 12 signs of the ancient Eastern zodiac to offer insight into astrologically influenced personalities, providing coverage of such related topics as how a birth element shapes one's destiny, Chinese love signs ...
"Year of the Rat" journal features a happy, smiling Kawaii red paper cut rat.
Lee came out of the washroom and said, “Was somebody arguing?” “I tried to put the gear in the second bedroom,” Steve whispered. “There's a lock on the door.” “What? Why?” Lee didn't try to speak quietly. “Who cares?” Brian said.
This book introduces the 12 signs of the Chinese Zodiac, as well as explaining which five elements govern your sign.